Lexical Definition
יַהֲלֹם yahălôm (yah-hal-ome') jasper H:N-M
from הָלַם (in the sense of hardness)
diamond.
- a precious stone, probably onyx
1) a precious stone (known for its hardness)
1a) perhaps the jasper, onyx, or diamond
Usage: 2 forms in 3 verses
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| וְיָהֲלֹֽם | and an emerald | Exod.28.18 • Exod.39.11 |
| וְיָהֲלֹ֗ם | and emerald | Ezek.28.13 |
Brown-Driver-Briggs
יַהֲלֹם noun [masculine] a precious stone, jasper ? (so ᵐ5 ᵑ9), or onyx? (compare Di Exod 28:18) (apparently from √ הלם; owing to its hardness, as able to smite, hammer?) — mentioned in lists of precious stones Exod 28:18; Exod 39:11; Ezek 28:13.
Brown-Driver-Briggs References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| Exodus | 28:18 · 39:11 |
| Ezekiel | 28:13 |